National Geographic Explorer was completely redesigned and rebuilt prior to being relaunched in 2008. The ship is equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment making it ideal for Antarctic expeditions, and offers a well-appointed interior with vast expanses of glass for an unprecedented connection to the regions explored. The Explorer accommodates guests in 81 spacious outside cabins, most with feature windows and some with balconies. Public areas include a lounge and bar, a spa, fitness centre and sauna, and a choice of dining options that offer regionally inspired cuisine.
The ship is outfitted with the latest equipment for exploration – kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft, as well as hydrophones, HD cameras, and sophisticated video equipment that allows access to the underwater world. In 2019, the fleet of National Geographic ships have become 100% Carbon-Neutral. Not only will you be travelling with an extremely knowledgeable expedition team, you will also be travelling on board an environmentally sustainable and responsible ship.
Prices in USD$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Start / End | CAT 1 | CAT 2 | CAT 3 | CAT 4 | CAT 5 | CAT 6 | CAT 7 | SA (Solo) | SB (Solo) |
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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands | 30 Oct 2024 | 20 Nov 2024 | 22 | Buenos Aires | $28,020 | $30,710 | $32,180 | $33,660 | $41,430 | $47,650 | $55,320 | $38,280 | $40,160 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 19 Nov 2024 | 30 Nov 2024 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $16,000 | $17,630 | $18,250 | $19,620 | $23,640 | $26,950 | $30,780 | $21,820 | $22,760 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 29 Nov 2024 | 10 Dec 2025 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $16,000 | $17,630 | $18,250 | $19,620 | $23,640 | $26,950 | $30,780 | $21,820 | $22,760 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 9 Dec 2024 | 20 Dec 2024 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $16,000 | $17,630 | $18,250 | $19,620 | $23,640 | $26,950 | $30,780 | $21,820 | $22,760 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 19 Dec 2024 | 30 Dec 2024 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $17,790 | $19,640 | $20,270 | $21,820 | $26,190 | $30,020 | $34,720 | $24,510 | $25,270 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 29 Dec 2024 | 9 Jan 2025 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $17,790 | $19,640 | $20,270 | $21,820 | $26,190 | $30,020 | $34,720 | $24,510 | $25,270 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 8 Jan 2025 | 19 Jan 2025 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $17,154 | $20,257 | $20,927 | $22,391 | $26,649 | $30,175 | $34,237 | $24,731 | $25,206 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 18 Jan 2025 | 29 Jan 2025 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $17,154 | $20,257 | $20,927 | $22,391 | $26,649 | $30,175 | $34,237 | $24,731 | $25,206 |
Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent | 28 Jan 2025 | 8 Feb 2025 | 12 | Buenos Aires | $17,154 | $20,257 | $20,927 | $22,391 | $26,649 | $30,175 | $34,237 | $24,731 | $25,206 |
Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands | 7 Feb 2025 | 28 Feb 2025 | 22 | Buenos Aires | $30,010 | $34,773 | $36,432 | $38,113 | $46,896 | $53,948 | $62,639 | $43,340 | $45,474 |
Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords | 27 Feb 2025 | 16 Mar 2025 | 18 | Santiago | $22,711 | $24,402 | $25,577 | $26,752 | $32,917 | $37,886 | Sold out | $30,505 | Sold out |
Note: Some of these voyages require the additional purchase of a charter flight package. Please contact us for more details and pricing.
Voyage price includes bar tab & staff gratuities onboard the National Geographic Explorer as well as kayaking
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Prices in AUD$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Start / End | CAT 1 | CAT 2 | CAT 3 | CAT 4 | CAT 5 | CAT 6 | CAT 7 | SA (Solo) | SB (Solo) |
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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands | 18 Oct 2025 | 8 Nov 2025 | 22 | Buenos Aires | $40,434 | $45,431 | $46,834 | $50,359 | $62,947 | $73,194 | $80,867 | $60,650 | $70,251 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 7 Nov 2025 | 16 Nov 2025 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $15,247 | $18,290 | $18,833 | $20,196 | $25,066 | $29,029 | $32,000 | $24,179 | $27,891 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 14 Nov 2025 | 21 Nov 2025 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $11,523 | $14,229 | $14,621 | $15,614 | $19,160 | $22,046 | Sold Out | $18,517 | $21,217 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 19 Nov 2025 | 26 Nov 2025 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $12,821 | $14,229 | $14,621 | $15,614 | $19,160 | $22,046 | $24,214 | $18,517 | $21,217 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 26 Nov 2025 | 5 Dec 2025 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $16,357 | $18,290 | $18,833 | $20,196 | $25,066 | $29,029 | $32,000 | $24,179 | $27,891 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 8 Dec 2025 | 15 Dec 2025 | 8 | Puerto Natales | Sold Out | $14,229 | $14,621 | $15,614 | $19,160 | $22,046 | Sold Out | $18,517 | $21,217 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 3 Dec 2025 | 10 Dec 2025 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $13,084 | Sold Out | $14,920 | $15,934 | Sold Out | $22,496 | Sold Out | $18,897 | $21,651 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 15 Dec 2025 | 24 Dec 2025 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $17,071 | $19,004 | $19,547 | $20,910 | $25,780 | $29,743 | $32,714 | $24,893 | $28,606 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 22 Dec 2025 | 29 Dec 2025 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $15,679 | $17,439 | $17,933 | $19,174 | $23,610 | $27,220 | Sold Out | $22,803 | $26,184 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 3 Jan 2026 | 12 Jan 2026 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $19,929 | $22,214 | $22,857 | $24,470 | $30,230 | $34,919 | $38,429 | $29,179 | $33,571 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 27 Dec 2025 | 3 Jan 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $15,679 | $17,439 | $17,933 | $19,174 | $23,610 | $27,220 | $29,929 | $22,803 | $26,184 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 10 Jan 2026 | 17 Jan 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $14,541 | $16,159 | $16,611 | $17,751 | $21,824 | $25,139 | $27,624 | $21,083 | $24,189 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 15 Jan 2026 | 22 Jan 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $14,250 | $15,834 | $16,279 | $17,396 | $21,387 | $24,636 | $27,071 | $20,660 | $23,703 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 22 Jan 2026 | 31 Jan 2026 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $18,500 | $20,609 | $21,201 | $22,689 | $28,003 | $32,329 | Sold Out | $27,036 | $31,087 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 10 Feb 2026 | 19 Feb 2026 | 10 | Puerto Natales / Ushuaia | $17,786 | $19,894 | $20,487 | $21,974 | $27,289 | $31,614 | $34,857 | $26,321 | $30,373 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 22 Feb 2026 | 1 Mar 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $13,536 | $15,120 | $15,564 | $16,681 | $20,673 | $23,921 | $26,357 | $19,946 | $22,989 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 29 Jan 2026 | 5 Feb 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $14,250 | $15,834 | $16,279 | $17,396 | $21,387 | $24,636 | $27,071 | $20,660 | $23,703 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 3 Feb 2026 | 10 Feb 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $14,250 | $15,834 | $16,279 | $17,396 | $21,387 | $24,636 | $27,071 | $20,660 | $23,703 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 17 Feb 2026 | 24 Feb 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $14,250 | $15,834 | $16,279 | $17,396 | $21,387 | $24,636 | $27,071 | $20,660 | $23,703 |
Note: Some of these voyages require the additional purchase of a charter flight package. Please contact us for more details and pricing.
Voyage price includes bar tab & staff gratuities onboard the National Geographic Explorer as well as kayaking
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Prices in AUD$ – per person twin share (triple share in triple cabins)
Click on Cruise itinerary name below to view detailed description of your Antarctic Cruise
Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | CAT 1 | CAT 2 | CAT 3 | CAT 4 | CAT 5 | CAT 6 | CAT 7 | SA (Solo) | SB (Solo) |
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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands | 29 Oct 2026 | 19 Nov 2026 | 22 | Ushuaia | $41,243 | $46,340 | $47,770 | $51,366 | $64,206 | $74,657 | $82,484 | $61,863 | $71,654 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 18 Nov 2026 | 27 Nov 2026 | 10 | Ushuaia / Puerto Natales | $18,996 | $20,987 | $21,547 | $22,950 | $27,969 | $32,052 | $35,113 | $27,053 | $30,880 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 25 Nov 2026 | 2 Dec 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $17,363 | $18,946 | $19,350 | $20,373 | $24,026 | $26,999 | $29,235 | $23,365 | $26,146 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 30 Nov 2026 | 7 Dec 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $17,363 | $18,946 | $19,350 | $20,373 | $24,026 | $26,999 | $29,235 | $23,365 | $26,146 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 7 Dec 2026 | 16 Dec 2026 | 10 | Ushuaia / Puerto Natales | $18,827 | $20,799 | $21,352 | $22,742 | $27,709 | $31,752 | $34,783 | $26,804 | $30,592 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 14 Dec 2026 | 21 Dec 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $17,769 | $19,249 | $19,662 | $20,706 | $24,433 | $27,469 | $29,749 | $23,759 | $26,597 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 19 Dec 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $18,349 | $19,892 | $20,323 | $21,412 | $25,300 | $28,465 | $30,843 | $24,596 | $27,557 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 26 Dec 2026 | 4 Jan 2027 | 10 | Ushuaia / Puerto Natales | $20,472 | $22,549 | $23,132 | $24,594 | $29,822 | $34,077 | $37,269 | $28,870 | $34,320 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 2 Jan 2027 | 9 Jan 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,586 | $21,287 | $21,763 | $22,963 | $27,249 | $30,737 | $33,352 | $26,469 | $29,735 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 7 Jan 2027 | 14 Jan 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,586 | $21,287 | $21,763 | $22,963 | $27,249 | $30,737 | $33,352 | $26,469 | $29,735 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 14 Jan 2027 | 23 Jan 2027 | 10 | Ushuaia / Puerto Natales | $23,317 | $25,744 | $26,429 | $28,142 | $34,262 | $39,244 | $42,973 | $33,144 | $37,813 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 21 Jan 2027 | 28 Jan 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,586 | $21,287 | $21,763 | $22,963 | $27,249 | $30,737 | $33,352 | $26,469 | $29,735 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 26 Jan 2027 | 2 Feb 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,586 | $21,287 | $21,763 | $22,963 | $27,249 | $30,737 | $33,352 | $26,469 | $29,735 |
Antarctica Direct – Sail and Fly the Drake | 2 Feb 2027 | 11 Feb 2027 | 10 | Ushuaia / Puerto Natales | $22,006 | $24,270 | $24,907 | $26,503 | $32,209 | $36,854 | $40,336 | $31,170 | $35,520 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 9 Feb 2027 | 16 Feb 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,270 | $20,936 | $21,403 | $22,579 | $26,776 | $30,192 | $32,753 | $26,010 | $29,210 |
Antarctica Direct – Fly the Drake | 14 Feb 2027 | 21 Feb 2027 | 8 | Puerto Natales | $19,270 | $20,936 | $21,403 | $22,579 | $26,776 | $30,192 | $32,753 | $26,010 | $29,210 |
Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords | 21 Feb 2027 | 10 Mar 2027 | 18 | Ushuaia / Punta Arenas | $42,510 | $47,761 | $49,239 | $52,943 | $66,177 | $76,951 | $85,019 | $63,763 | $73,856 |
Note: Some of these voyages require the additional purchase of a charter flight package. Please contact us for more details and pricing.
Voyage price includes bar tab & staff gratuities onboard the National Geographic Explorer as well as kayaking
For more information on the voyages we offer, call 1300 784 794 or email contact@antarcticatravelcentre.com.au
Cat 7 Suite with Balcony Upper Deck #215, 219, 230 – These large cabins with private balconies have either two lower single beds that can convert to an Olympic-sized queen. They have seating areas and can be converted to triples. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, twin sinks and toilet.
Standard Cabin Amenities. The Category 7 suite is 30 square metres.
Cat 6 Suite with Balcony Upper Deck #213 – These spacious cabins have private balconies, two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. These suites are 27 square metres.
Cat 6 Suite Veranda Deck #101-102 – These spacious cabins can be converted into triples. They have two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. These suites are 33 square metres.
Cat 5 with Balcony Upper Deck #209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 – These cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, feature one queen-sized bed, a writing desk and chairs, climate controls, a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. . (Cabin 221 has two lower single beds that can convert to an Olympic-sized queen.) Category 5 suites are 15 square metres.
Cat 4 with Window Upper Deck #201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 – Cabins feature two lower single beds and at least one large window. Cabin 217, 226 & 228 feature one queen-size bed. All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship’s position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. The dining room is on this deck and accommodates all guests at once. This cabin is 15.6 square metres.
Cat 4 Veranda Deck #103-104, 107-108 – Cabins feature two lower single beds and at least one large window, climate controls, a TV showing the ship’s position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. The lounge and chartroom are easily accessible. The lounge is the social heart of the ship, and the chartroom offers direct bow access. This cabin is 16.5 square metres.
Cat 3 with Window Main Deck #313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350 – Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), one large window, and two sitting chairs and a small table and ample storage. They have a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Category 3 (23) is 19.5 square metres.
Cat 2 with Window Main Deck #317-320, 335-336 – Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with sink, toilet and a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. Category 2 (6) is 15.9 square metres.
Cat 1 Main Deck #301-308.
Cabins feature one or two Portholes. Most cabins feature two lower single beds. Cabins 303-306 feature one queen-sized bed. All offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom sink, toilet and a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming.
Category A Solo, Category B Solo – 11.7m2 to 12m2
Cat Solo A with Window Main Deck #309-312, 329-334 – These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window or two portholes, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming.
Cat Solo B with Window Upper Deck #203, 208 – These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programming. The dining room and ship’s bow are easily accessible.
Cat Solo B with Window Veranda Deck #105-106 – These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship’s position and programing. The lounge and chartroom are easily accessible.
Lounge and separate bar
Library well stocked with polar books & DVDs
Large dining room
Theatre-style presentation room
Gift shop
Fitness room and massage room
Hot water spa, sauna and plunge pool
For passengers utilising pre-expedition package with charter flights to/from Ushuaia:
Group transfer from airport to hotel in Buenos Aires (only for flight arrival at set time)
1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast and city tour in Buenos Aires
Group transfer from hotel to airport for charter flight to Ushuaia
Transfers from airport to pier for catamaran cruise including lunch
All passengers:
Cabin accommodation aboard cruise as selected
All meals aboard ship throughout your voyage
Non-alcoholic beverages including soft drinks, coffee, tea, hot chocolate as well as light snacks
Services of Expedition leader, naturalist staff and expert guides
Presentations on history, wildlife, geography, etc.
Zodiac cruises and shore excursions in Antarctica with expedition team
Use of kayaks
A fully-lined windproof, water-resistant parka (note: you are required to provide your own knee-high rubber boots with high-traction soles)
Hairdryer and bathrobes in every cabin
Ushuaia group departure transfer to airport
Staff and Crew: 98
Guests: 148
Lifeboats: 18
Dimensions: Length: 112m Width: 16.5m Draft: 4.74m
Manoeuvrability: Bow and stern thrusters
Speed: 14.4 knots maximum
Built: 1982, Norway
Operator: National Geographic